#Cosworth Cosworth V12

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Bizzarrini The Giotto, 2023. The revival of the Bizzarrini marque continues with the presentation of a new V12 powered  “Hyper GT” designed by Giorgetto and Fabrizio Giugaro AKA GFG Style. The naturally aspirated V12 is built by Cosworth and its 6,626cc is a reference to the date of Giotto Bizzarrini’s birth (June 6, 1926).

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Bizzarrini Giotto

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Aston Martin Victor (1 of 1). 

Meet the Aston Martin Victor, a one-off commission made by the company’s Q division and utilising a greatest hits package of learnings from the One-77, Vulcan and Valkyrie hypercars.  Knowing where to start is tough, but let’s go bottom up. Underpinning the whole thing is a refurbished carbon monocoque chassis from the One-77, which is also where the Victor’s front-mounted 7.3-litre V12 engine has been sourced. It produced 750bhp when the One-77 launched a decade ago which – said no one ever – is not enough. It’s been sent back to Cosworth for another fettle and has returned producing a significantly more terrifying 836bhp (and 606lb ft of torque), still without a turbo in sight. Yep, 836bhp via natural aspiration. The noise is going to be good, isn’t it? It drives the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox – in place of the One-77’s automated unit – making this the most powerful stick-shift Aston road car ever. There is a ‘bespoke motorsport clutch’, and I probably don’t need to explain why.

Helping its driver manage all of that are the inboard springs and dampers of Aston’s track-only Vulcan, with ginormous Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes and racecar-esque centre-lock wheels at the end of them. Clothing the whole lot is a carbon body inspired by the brutish Aston Martin Vantage of the 1970s and 80s. Yet thanks to a development programme that’s utilised computer fluid dynamic testing, it produces more downforce at 100mph than Aston’s current GT4 racecar. Probably welcome given the sheer muscle beneath. The rear lights are inspired by those on the Valkyrie, while if you head inside you’ll find a steering wheel nicked from the Vulcan programme. The paint scheme is a twist on the green-on-tan you’d associate with a classic British sports car, the exterior a dark shade called Pentland Green and contrasted with satin carbonfibre. Despite looking burly, the whole thing weighs less than the slender One-77 it’s so heavily related to. And the name? Following Vulcan and Valkyrie, you might presume it’s an aeronautical reference. We’re told it’s a nod to Victor Gauntlett, though, boss of Aston Martin when it launched the V8 Vantage its aesthetics have unsubtly taken inspiration from.

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Gordon Murray Would Love To Go Back To Le Mans

Gordon Murray is keen on the idea of getting the T.50 hypercar on the Mulsanne straight at Le Mans, but there are numerous challenges to overcome. Dario Franchitti, the director of brand and product at Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA), expressed a desire to see the car race at Le Mans, particularly with the 30th anniversary of the McLaren F1's victory approaching. However, the T.50's lightweight design complicates regulatory compliance. One possibility for participation might be a Garage 56 entry, which allows innovative cars to compete. Franchitti remains hopeful about GMA's future in racing, especially with the T.50’s unique V12 engine potentially making it a standout at the event.

GMA is also developing its second model, the T.33, which will be heavier than the T.50 but share the same 3.9-liter naturally-aspirated V12 engine from Cosworth, albeit with some modifications. source: carscoops

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Explorando Le Mans: Una Mirada Inicial

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Explorando Le Mans: Una Mirada Inicial

El mundo de la resistencia automovilística se transforma y la categoría Hypercar del WEC debutará en 2025 con varios fabricantes involucrados. La firma de Gaydon presenta el Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH‍ para competir en​ las 24 Horas de Le Mans ⁣en una reaparición épica.

El⁤ regreso de Aston Martin a la categoría reina

El objetivo es obtener la homologación de la ​FIA en‌ otoño y empezar⁤ la⁢ competición a principios de 2025, con un programa de⁢ desarrollo liderado por Aston ​Martin Performance Technologies y el‍ equipo ‌de fábrica The Heart of Racing. Un vehículo con un chasis de fibra de carbono optimizado y un V12 atmosférico de⁣ 6.5 litros, desarrollando más de⁣ 1,000 CV en su versión estándar.⁢

Preparativos ⁣para ‍la competición

La⁤ normativa Hypercar permitirá competir en el World‌ Endurance Championship (WEC) y en el IMSA ​WeatherTech SportsCar ‍Championship (IMSA) de Estados ⁢Unidos, con⁢ modificaciones necesarias para cumplir con las regulaciones. El motor de Cosworth ​alcanza las 11,000 rpm ⁣y ha generado sensaciones⁤ positivas en ⁤las primeras pruebas. Desde 1959, Aston Martin ha estado presente en Le Mans⁤ con 27 combinaciones diferentes de chasis y‍ motor.

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What makes a car truly cool and exotic? Is it the styling, performance, luxury features or sheer driving experience? The most amazing automobiles in 2022 and 2023 combine all of these elements into exciting packages for enthusiasts. This list of the coolest cars on the planet spotlights the most head-turning and desirable vehicles available globally. From million-dollar hypercars to attainable sports coupes, these models represent the pinnacle of automotive engineering and design. 1. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ The Chiron Super Sport 300+ is currently the fastest production car in existence. Its quad-turbo 8.0L W16 engine unleashes 1600hp to reach an insane 304 mph top speed. With a multi-million dollar price tag, blistering acceleration and elegant styling, the Chiron SS 300+ earns the #1 spot as the world's most amazing auto. 2. Pagani Huayra Roadster BC Pagani Huayra Roadster BC The Huayra Roadster BC is a work of art from famed Italian supercar maker Pagani. Active aero keeps the Roadster BC planted at up to 228 mph. Pagani meticulously crafts each carbon fiber body over the AMG twin-turbo V12. With a price exceeding $3 million, it provides a driving experience like no other. 3. Ferrari SF90 Stradale Ferrari SF90 Stradale Ferrari's SF90 Stradale represent the future with plug-in hybrid power. Twin turbos and three electric motors combine for 986 hp and all-wheel drive. The SF90 rockets to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds thanks to electric torque fill. Exotic materials like carbon fiber abound inside and out. 4. Lamborghini Sian Lamborghini Sian Lamborghini debuted the Sian as their first hybrid supercar. Its naturally aspirated V12 pairs with a supercapacitor and electric motor for 808 hp. The aggressive angular styling and scissor doors pay homage to Lambo's past. Only 63 Sián's were produced, instantly making it a collectible. 5. Aston Martin Valkyrie Aston Martin Valkyrie The result of an Amston Martin/Red Bull F1 team collaboration, the Valkyrie aims for street-legal track performance. A 6.5L Cosworth V12 produces 1160 naturally aspirated horsepower. Active aero and ground effects generate cornering forces of over 3G. Just 150 will be built of this $3 million marvel. 6. McLaren Speedtail McLaren Speedtail The sleek Speedtail is McLaren's fastest road car yet at 250 mph. Its petrol-electric hybrid powertrain channels 1035 hp through a seven-speed transmission. The teardrop shape and flowing lines evoke 1990s McLaren F1 cues. Just 106 examples were produced priced at $2.25 million. 7. Mercedes-AMG One Mercedes-AMG One Mercedes channeled its F1 dominance into the AMG One hypercar. Its 1.6L turbo V6 and four electric motors make 1049 hp for sub-7 second 0-124 mph runs. The aggressive bodywork contains active aero elements. Mercedes will build just 275 examples for $2.75 million each. 8. Rimac Nevera Rimac Nevera TheCroatian company Rimac specializes in electric hypercars. The Nevera's four electric motors have 1914 hp and can accelerate 60 mph in just 1.85 seconds. Maximum speed is 258 mph. Rimac's use of carbon components like the monocoque and wheels aid agility. 9. Koenigsegg Gemera Koenigsegg Gemera Koenigsegg's Gemera introduced "mega-GT" four-seat capacity combined with hypercar performance via three electric motors. The 591 hp three-cylinder also runs on eco-friendly biofuel. Seats and interior surfaces are finished in high-end leathers and Alcantara. Pricing starts at $1.7 million. 10. Lotus Emira Lotus Emira Representing a more affordable exotic is the all-new Lotus Emira. It starts under $100,000 yet still uses many lightweight materials like aluminum and composites. Two engine options include a 3.5L V6 or 2.0L four-cylinder with up to 400hp. The Emira revives Lotus' sports car legacy. 11. Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae The Aventador Ultimae is the raging V12 Lamborghini flagship's final sendoff.

Output is 769 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque from the 6.5L engine. The Ultimae can hit 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds before topping out at 221 mph. Only 250 coupe and 350 roadster editions will be produced. 12. Ferrari 812 Competizione Ferrari 812 Competizione For the ultimate atmospheric V12 Ferrari, look to the 812 Competizione. Its naturally aspirated 6.5L V12 churns out 819 hp at 9500 rpm. Along with exclusive racing-inspired content, just 599 Competizione coupes will be hand-built. MSRP is approximately $625,000. 13. Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Aston Martin DBS Superleggera The DBS Superleggera represents a grand touring icon reinvented. Hand made in England, its 5.2L twin-turbo V12 packs 715 hp inside aggressively tapered bodywork. Carbon ceramic brakes provide immense stopping power. Pricing starts around $300,000. 14. Porsche 911 GT3 Porsche 911 GT3 For decades, Porsche's 911 GT3 has provided an ultimate street-legal track experience. The latest 992 GT3 laps the Nurburgring in under 7 minutes thanks to its 4.0L naturally aspirated flat six's 502 hp output. For under $200,000, few come close to matching its capabilities. 15. Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 The top Shelby Mustang packs a 5.2L supercharged cross-plane crank V8 producing 770 hp. It rips to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds yet cost just under $80,000. Intentional throwback styling and ferocious power in an iconic Mustang shape make the GT500 a standout American exotic. In Closing Which amazing machine revs your engine the most? Taste is subjective when picking the number one coolest car. But these 15 selections represent the leading edge of performance, luxury and design. The latest hypercars, supercars and concepts point to an exciting automotive future full of imagination and innovation. The quest to build the ultimate exotic automobile never ends. What incredible machine will hold the title of "coolest car in the world" next? We can't wait to find out. FAQs What makes a car truly exotic and amazing? A combination of stand-out performance metrics, limited production runs, innovative technology, attention-grabbing design themes inside and out, high-end materials like carbon fiber, and stratospheric pricing qualify a vehicle as an exotic. How can "normal" car buyers experience an exotic model? Some luxury dealers offer exotic test drive experiences, letting you get behind the wheel of a supercar for a fee. Auto shows also provide the opportunity to sit in display models. Videos and reviews let you experience their capabilities virtually. What exotic car has the fastest acceleration? Currently, the Rimac Nevera electric hypercar can hit 60 mph from standstill in just 1.85 seconds thanks to instant electric torque. The multi-million dollar Bugatti Chiron SS 300+ reaches 60 mph in approximately 2.4 seconds. Which exotic car maker produces the most vehicles? Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini and McLaren all now manufacture thousands of vehicles per year each. Ultra low volume brands like Koenigsegg, Rimac or Pagani may build less than 100 examples annually of a given model. Are exotic cars daily-driveable? Some like the McLaren GT or Aston Martin DBS provide more comfort and storage space for daily use. But most require compromises in ride quality, visibility, cargo room and overall convenience compared to regular cars. Exotics excel at performance above all else. #Wiack #Car #CarInsurance #CarRental #CarPrice #AutoLoans

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What makes a car truly cool and exotic? Is it the styling, performance, luxury features or sheer driving experience? The most amazing automobiles in 2022 and 2023 combine all of these elements into exciting packages for enthusiasts. This list of the coolest cars on the planet spotlights the most head-turning and desirable vehicles available globally. From million-dollar hypercars to attainable sports coupes, these models represent the pinnacle of automotive engineering and design. 1. Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ The Chiron Super Sport 300+ is currently the fastest production car in existence. Its quad-turbo 8.0L W16 engine unleashes 1600hp to reach an insane 304 mph top speed. With a multi-million dollar price tag, blistering acceleration and elegant styling, the Chiron SS 300+ earns the #1 spot as the world's most amazing auto. 2. Pagani Huayra Roadster BC Pagani Huayra Roadster BC The Huayra Roadster BC is a work of art from famed Italian supercar maker Pagani. Active aero keeps the Roadster BC planted at up to 228 mph. Pagani meticulously crafts each carbon fiber body over the AMG twin-turbo V12. With a price exceeding $3 million, it provides a driving experience like no other. 3. Ferrari SF90 Stradale Ferrari SF90 Stradale Ferrari's SF90 Stradale represent the future with plug-in hybrid power. Twin turbos and three electric motors combine for 986 hp and all-wheel drive. The SF90 rockets to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds thanks to electric torque fill. Exotic materials like carbon fiber abound inside and out. 4. Lamborghini Sian Lamborghini Sian Lamborghini debuted the Sian as their first hybrid supercar. Its naturally aspirated V12 pairs with a supercapacitor and electric motor for 808 hp. The aggressive angular styling and scissor doors pay homage to Lambo's past. Only 63 Sián's were produced, instantly making it a collectible. 5. Aston Martin Valkyrie Aston Martin Valkyrie The result of an Amston Martin/Red Bull F1 team collaboration, the Valkyrie aims for street-legal track performance. A 6.5L Cosworth V12 produces 1160 naturally aspirated horsepower. Active aero and ground effects generate cornering forces of over 3G. Just 150 will be built of this $3 million marvel. 6. McLaren Speedtail McLaren Speedtail The sleek Speedtail is McLaren's fastest road car yet at 250 mph. Its petrol-electric hybrid powertrain channels 1035 hp through a seven-speed transmission. The teardrop shape and flowing lines evoke 1990s McLaren F1 cues. Just 106 examples were produced priced at $2.25 million. 7. Mercedes-AMG One Mercedes-AMG One Mercedes channeled its F1 dominance into the AMG One hypercar. Its 1.6L turbo V6 and four electric motors make 1049 hp for sub-7 second 0-124 mph runs. The aggressive bodywork contains active aero elements. Mercedes will build just 275 examples for $2.75 million each. 8. Rimac Nevera Rimac Nevera TheCroatian company Rimac specializes in electric hypercars. The Nevera's four electric motors have 1914 hp and can accelerate 60 mph in just 1.85 seconds. Maximum speed is 258 mph. Rimac's use of carbon components like the monocoque and wheels aid agility. 9. Koenigsegg Gemera Koenigsegg Gemera Koenigsegg's Gemera introduced "mega-GT" four-seat capacity combined with hypercar performance via three electric motors. The 591 hp three-cylinder also runs on eco-friendly biofuel. Seats and interior surfaces are finished in high-end leathers and Alcantara. Pricing starts at $1.7 million. 10. Lotus Emira Lotus Emira Representing a more affordable exotic is the all-new Lotus Emira. It starts under $100,000 yet still uses many lightweight materials like aluminum and composites. Two engine options include a 3.5L V6 or 2.0L four-cylinder with up to 400hp. The Emira revives Lotus' sports car legacy. 11. Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae The Aventador Ultimae is the raging V12 Lamborghini flagship's final sendoff.

Output is 769 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque from the 6.5L engine. The Ultimae can hit 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds before topping out at 221 mph. Only 250 coupe and 350 roadster editions will be produced. 12. Ferrari 812 Competizione Ferrari 812 Competizione For the ultimate atmospheric V12 Ferrari, look to the 812 Competizione. Its naturally aspirated 6.5L V12 churns out 819 hp at 9500 rpm. Along with exclusive racing-inspired content, just 599 Competizione coupes will be hand-built. MSRP is approximately $625,000. 13. Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Aston Martin DBS Superleggera The DBS Superleggera represents a grand touring icon reinvented. Hand made in England, its 5.2L twin-turbo V12 packs 715 hp inside aggressively tapered bodywork. Carbon ceramic brakes provide immense stopping power. Pricing starts around $300,000. 14. Porsche 911 GT3 Porsche 911 GT3 For decades, Porsche's 911 GT3 has provided an ultimate street-legal track experience. The latest 992 GT3 laps the Nurburgring in under 7 minutes thanks to its 4.0L naturally aspirated flat six's 502 hp output. For under $200,000, few come close to matching its capabilities. 15. Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 The top Shelby Mustang packs a 5.2L supercharged cross-plane crank V8 producing 770 hp. It rips to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds yet cost just under $80,000. Intentional throwback styling and ferocious power in an iconic Mustang shape make the GT500 a standout American exotic. In Closing Which amazing machine revs your engine the most? Taste is subjective when picking the number one coolest car. But these 15 selections represent the leading edge of performance, luxury and design. The latest hypercars, supercars and concepts point to an exciting automotive future full of imagination and innovation. The quest to build the ultimate exotic automobile never ends. What incredible machine will hold the title of "coolest car in the world" next? We can't wait to find out. FAQs What makes a car truly exotic and amazing? A combination of stand-out performance metrics, limited production runs, innovative technology, attention-grabbing design themes inside and out, high-end materials like carbon fiber, and stratospheric pricing qualify a vehicle as an exotic. How can "normal" car buyers experience an exotic model? Some luxury dealers offer exotic test drive experiences, letting you get behind the wheel of a supercar for a fee. Auto shows also provide the opportunity to sit in display models. Videos and reviews let you experience their capabilities virtually. What exotic car has the fastest acceleration? Currently, the Rimac Nevera electric hypercar can hit 60 mph from standstill in just 1.85 seconds thanks to instant electric torque. The multi-million dollar Bugatti Chiron SS 300+ reaches 60 mph in approximately 2.4 seconds. Which exotic car maker produces the most vehicles? Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini and McLaren all now manufacture thousands of vehicles per year each. Ultra low volume brands like Koenigsegg, Rimac or Pagani may build less than 100 examples annually of a given model. Are exotic cars daily-driveable? Some like the McLaren GT or Aston Martin DBS provide more comfort and storage space for daily use. But most require compromises in ride quality, visibility, cargo room and overall convenience compared to regular cars. Exotics excel at performance above all else. #Wiack #Car #CarInsurance #CarRental #CarPrice #AutoLoans

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Watch "Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro singing at 2023 Festival of Speed: 11,000rpm Cosworth V12 Sound!" on YouTube

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GMA T.33 Spider, 2023. Gordon Murray Automotive have revealed the open roof version of the V12-powered T.33 supercar. Two removable roof panels and a rear drop glass open then interior whilst providing rollover protection and optimal stiffness. Like its coupe stablemate, the T.33 Spider is powered by a naturally-aspirated 617 PS Cosworth GMA.2 V12 driving the rear wheels. Production will be limited to 100 cars

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Aston Martin One-77 (property — before being seized by Swiss authorities — of the son of the leader of one of the most corrupt governments in Central Africa)

In keeping with its tradition of producing limited edition, hand crafted exotica for the wealthy aficionado, best exemplified by the DB4 GT Zagato of the 1960s, Aston Martin previewed its proposed One-77 'hypercar' at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. 'The finished One-77 made its official debut in April 2009 at the Concorso d'Eleganza Ville d'Este, held on the shores of Lake Como in Italy, winning the 'Award for Concept Cars and Prototypes'. Designed by Marek Reichman, it was the fastest and most powerful Aston Martin ever built, with a top speed of 220mph, and also the most expensive, carrying a price tag of £1,150,000. Hailed by its maker as "possibly the world's most desirable automotive art form", the One-77 with its long bonnet and short tail was every inch the classically proportioned Gran Turismo, combing muscular pugnacity and feline grace in equal measure. A two-seater closed coupé, the One-77 featured advanced technology in the form of an immensely rigid and lightweight carbon fibre monocoque chassis, which carried a seamless body traditionally handcrafted in aluminium. Made from a single sheet of aluminium, each front wing was said to take one craftsman three weeks to produce.  Other state-of-the-art features included bi-xenon headlamps with integrated LED side lights and direction indicators, LED rear lamps (fog and reverse), carbon fibre front splitters, carbon fibre rear diffuser, and active aerodynamics with deployable spoiler. Providing the horsepower needed to breach the magic 200mph barrier was a stretched (to 7.3 litres) version of Aston Martin's existing 48-valve V12 engine. Extensively reworked by Cosworth Engineering, it produced 750bhp and 553lb/ft of torque, and was the world's most powerful normally aspirated road-car engine at the time of the One-77's introduction. Cosworth's extensive re-engineering included fitting dry-sump lubrication, which enabled the V12 to be carried 100mm lower in the One-77's chassis than in that of the DB9. Like the V8 in the One-77's Vantage sister car, the V12 engine was mounted towards the centre of the chassis, well aft of the front axle line in the interests of optimum weight distribution, to which end the six-speed automatic/manual transmission was located at the rear in the form of an integrated transaxle. Power was transmitted to the limited-slip differential by a carbon fibre prop shaft encased in a magnesium alloy torque tube, reaching the road surface via 20" forged alloy wheels - 7-spoke or 10-spoke - shod with Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres.

Unusually for a road car, the One-77's all-independent suspension featured pushrod actuation of the adjustable mono-tube dampers, a system more commonly found in modern competition cars. There were double wishbones at all four corners: the front incorporating anti-dive geometry, and the rear anti-squat and anti-lift. The suspension was also electrically adjustable for both ride height and rate change.

The rack and pinion was power assisted, delivering 3.0 turns lock-to-lock, while the steering column was adjustable for both tilt and reach. Braking was supplied by carbon ceramic discs all round, gripped by six-piston callipers at the front, four-piston callipers at the rear. Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), and traction control were all incorporated in the interests of controllability and safety. Releasing the driver's door, which swings out and arcs upwards, the One-77's fortunate owner would be confronted by a leather-trimmed sports steering wheel, electrically adjustable lightweight memory seats, and dual-stage driver/passenger front airbags. Other interior features included automatic temperature control, a trip computer, and touch-sensitive map-reading LED lights. Powerfold exterior memory mirrors came as standard, while front/rear parking cameras were an option. Number '35' of the 77 built, this EU model has a legend engraved on the door sill stating that it was 'Hand built in England for Theodore N'Guema Obiang Mangue'. Finished in red with red-piped cream interior, the car is offered with Equatorial Guinea registration papers.

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The Valkyrie Spider was conceived, designed and manufactured in collaboration with Red Bull. Aston Martin and the Milton Keynes team shared development costs and equipped this hypercar with an atmospheric V12 engine created by Cosworth. According to Aston Martin itself, this Valkyrie could rival, in terms of performance, a mid-table Formula 1 car and the LMP1 prototypes themselves. It should be noted that its lap time on the Le Sarthe circuit (Le Mans) is faster than the current LMH, something that is very much the result of its low weight and high power - 1,176 hp. https://www.instagram.com/p/CovA1IpDbPS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=